Description
A delightful recipe for pickling green beans with a tangy dill flavor, perfect for preserving summer’s bounty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 tablespoon dill seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans to fit into jars.
- In a pot, combine water, vinegar, and salt; bring to a boil.
- Pack the green beans into sterilized jars with garlic, dill seeds, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the hot brine over the beans, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
- Seal the jars with lids and process in a boiling water bath for 5-10 minutes.
- Let the jars cool and store them in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before enjoying.
Notes
- Ensure beans are fresh and crisp for the best texture.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preferences.
- These pickled beans can last up to a year if stored properly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Preserving
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: dilly beans recipe, pickled green beans, preserving vegetables